CVE-2024-50179: ceph: remove the incorrect Fw reference check when dirtying pages
First published: Fri Nov 08 2024(Updated: )
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: ceph: remove the incorrect Fw reference check when dirtying pages When doing the direct-io reads it will also try to mark pages dirty, but for the read path it won't hold the Fw caps and there is case will it get the Fw reference.
Credit: 416baaa9-dc9f-4396-8d5f-8c081fb06d67 416baaa9-dc9f-4396-8d5f-8c081fb06d67
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Linux Kernel | >=4.2<4.19.323 | |
| Linux Kernel | >=4.20<5.4.285 | |
| Linux Kernel | >=5.5<5.10.227 | |
| Linux Kernel | >=5.11<5.15.168 | |
| Linux Kernel | >=5.16<6.1.113 | |
| Linux Kernel | >=6.2<6.6.55 | |
| Linux Kernel | >=6.7<6.10.14 | |
| Linux Kernel | >=6.11<6.11.3 | |
| debian/linux | <=5.10.223-1<=5.10.226-1 | 6.1.123-1 6.1.128-1 6.12.12-1 6.12.15-1 |
| debian/linux-6.1 | 6.1.119-1~deb11u1 |
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Reference Links
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/11ab19d48ab877430eed0c7d83810970bbcbc4f6
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/126b567a2ef65fc38a71d832bf1216c56816f231
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/74b302ebad5b43ac17460fa58092d892a3cba6eb
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/9d4f619153bab7fa59736462967821d6521a38cb
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/c08dfb1b49492c09cf13838c71897493ea3b424e
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/c26c5ec832dd9e9dcd0a0a892a485c99889b68f0
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/ea98284fc4fb05f276737d2043b02b62be5a8dfb
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/f55e003d261baa7c57d51ae5c8ec1f5c26a35c89
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/f863bfd0a2c6c99011c62ea71ac04f8e78707da9
- https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2024-50179
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-50179
- https://launchpad.net/bugs/cve/CVE-2024-50179
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2024-50179
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2024-50179
- https://git.kernel.org/linus/c08dfb1b49492c09cf13838c71897493ea3b424e
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-50179?
CVE-2024-50179 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for unauthorized access to pages in the Linux kernel.
How do I fix CVE-2024-50179?
To resolve CVE-2024-50179, upgrade to the patched Linux kernel versions 6.1.123-1, 6.12.11-1, or later versions.
Which versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2024-50179?
CVE-2024-50179 affects Linux kernel versions between 4.2 and 6.11.3, including several specific versions within that range.
Is CVE-2024-50179 a remote vulnerability?
CVE-2024-50179 is not categorized as a remote vulnerability, as it primarily affects users with local access to the system.
What should I do if I cannot upgrade to a secure version for CVE-2024-50179?
If upgrading is not feasible for CVE-2024-50179, consider applying relevant security policies and monitoring for any unusual activity until an upgrade can be performed.
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